Monday, January 8, 2018

Darkest Hour

     

This is a wonderful movie that has you gripping the edge of your armrests as it progresses. History buffs will especially appreciate it.  Gary Oldman does an incredible job of playing Winston Churchill. And what's amazing, he didn't gain a pound. If he doesn't win mega awards I will really be surprised. If you aren't familiar with him here's the  Wikipedia link.Kristin Scott Thomas also does a brilliant job as Clementine Winston, as does Lily James as Elizabeth Layton. Overall I found the film fascinating.

38 comments:

Elephant's Child said...

I am glad you enjoyed it. I came to history late, but find it engrossing.

Valerie-Jael said...

Sounds like a great film, must keep my eyes open for it when it gets shown here. Have a great week, hugs, Valerie

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

I've heard nothing but good things about this film. So glad you enjoyed it!

Pat Hatt said...

Heard it was good indeed, good to know it actually is.

Alex J. Cavanaugh said...

I might not make it to the theater to see it, but I do want to see this film. The makeup on Oldman is incredible.

RO said...

This looks like a good one, and I adore Gary Oldman! He has played so many great roles, and really convinces you with his acting skills. Glad you enjoyed the movie and Happy Monday! Hugs...RO

CJ Kennedy said...

I want to see this movie.

Sharon said...

Looks like a good movie!

Jeanie said...

This one is high on my list -- even before Oldham won the Golden Globe last night. I hope this is his year.

L. Diane Wolfe said...

I hope we get to see this one before the Oscars.

Out on the prairie said...

He got a golden globe last night for it

Adam said...

I forgot this movie existed, have to keep it in my radar

H.R. Bennett said...

Oh gods...it's Gary Oldman and Winston Churchill. WELP. I guess I know what my wife is gonna be watching.

Sandra Cox said...

Hi EC, I find history fascinating and I've always been intrigued by Winston Churchill.

Sandra Cox said...

We thought it was amazing. Let us know if you get a chance to see it, Val.

Christine said...

Thanks for sharing!

cleemckenzie said...

I do want to see this one. I love anything about Winston Churchill and I can't wait to see how Oldman carries off that role.

Sandra Cox said...

Thanks, Elizabeth:_) We sure did.

Sandra Cox said...

Gary Oldman was amazing. You'd swear you were watching Churchill.

Sandra Cox said...

It was unbelievable, Alex. My understanding is that he specifically asked a makeup artist (?) to come out of retirement who he felt would do a remarkable job and he did.

Sandra Cox said...

I wasn't that familiar with Oldman, but he took my breath away in this one.
Hugs back,

Sandra Cox said...

I hope you get to, CJ:)

Sandra Cox said...

We enjoyed it. If you do see it, let us know what you think, Sharon.

Sandra Cox said...

He certainly deserved it.

Sandra Cox said...

I hope you get to also, Di.

Sandra Cox said...

I'm so glad:)

Sandra Cox said...

I think you'll appreciate the history in it, Adam.

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Sandra - it does look to be an excellent film - with some amazing actors and actresses. Dunkirk was superb too ... cheers Hilary

Sandra Cox said...

Grin. Hope she enjoys it.

Sandra Cox said...

My pleasure, Christine:)

Sandra Cox said...

I can't imagine how he did it, Lee. The difference between the character and the man in real life is amazing.

Sandra Cox said...

We thought it was excellent, Hilary.
Dunkirk was well done though I would have liked to have seen more concentration on the rescuers instead of the rescuees:)
Hope you're staying warm.

nashvillecats2 said...

Part of my British History, Seems like a good film.

Yvonne.

Birgit said...

I am so behind! I really want to see this film and Gary Oldman looks brilliant in this role. He was excellent as Dracula and if you want to see another Oscar worthy performance that got 0 recognition , see Immortal Beloved where he plays Beethoven

Sandra Cox said...

I didn't realize he played Beethoven! Thanks for the update, Birgit.

Barbara said...

I'm so looking forward to this. Thanks for sharing the trailer. x

Magic Love Crow said...

Wow, thanks for the review Sandra and the trailer! Big Hugs!

Lowcarb team member said...

I can't wait to see this film.

All the best Jan